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Explain why the position vector is useful in physics.


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The position vector is a useful tool in physics because it can be used to represent the displacement of a point in space. In addition, it can be used to quantify the motion of particles along a given path. The position vector also helps physicists to describe rotations and describe the motion of a system with respect to a reference frame. Furthermore, it can be used to calculate the torque and angular momentum of a body and determine the center of a mass. All these benefits of the position vector makes it an indispensable tool for physicists.